Undergraduate Course Catalog 2005-2006

COURSE: 02-345 Abdominal Sonography & Lab (4)Study of normal abdominal anatomy and sonographic appearances. Review of physiologic function and correlation of laboratory data. Integration of radiology reports, patient history, and procedures to effectively perform a diagnostic exam of an organ. Sonographic methods to visualize pediatric and adult abdomen are discussed. Lab sessions with practicals in scanning techniques are an integral part of the course. Prerequisite: Admission to the DMS program, consent of the instructor.